Not the person, the library! This edition of Richards Acoustic Evening will feature Pete along with other local talents for a wonderful evening of original music in the lovely listening environment of the historic Morton Library. Please join us and bring a friend!

So excited to join my fingerstyle guitar friend, Daryl Shawn in concert at this intriguing venue. Daryl is a top notch inventive guitarist/composer who makes his guitar sound like a koto and many other instruments including a beautiful guitar! We will play on our own and together. free admission, free will donation opportunity. (412) 904-4248

Not the butler, but the Library!
Pete will be joining in on "Richards Acoustic Show" at the lovely Morton Library in Rhinecliff for an evening of original easy listening songs and stories and we hope you can bthere! Lots of great local talent and you! CU there.

The Moonlight Cafe in Brewster, NY will be hosting the return of Not Tuna! The acoustic guitar of Peter Murchison, played in the finger picking style, and his vocals, paired with the bass guitar of Tony Cataldo, blend to produce an acoustic treat for your ears! The classic blues with an updated touch as well as some jazz standards and pop favorites! Chef Neil Hirsch always has a great menu for the evening! So, come out on a Friday night and enjoy some great music and food in an informal setting! No cover and parking is free!

Friday6:00 pmto9:00 pm

A Feast for Your Ears (and your belly)with Marji ZintzAcoustic, Americana, and Jazz. this 'n that

“A Mandolin Journey” with the Carlo Aonzo Trio, featuring Mr. Aonzo on mandolin, Lorenzo Piccone on guitar & vocals, and Luciano Puppo on double bass, a brilliant, bold and adventurous concert of music from not just their Italian roots, but also American and European ethnic and jazz compositions. Aonzo is a world-renowned mandolin virtuoso in classical, Italian traditional music, jazz, etc., and has participated in many collaborations with mandolin organizations around the world in Italy, United States, Japan, Germany, United Kingdom, Russia and Switzerland.
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We're back at one of our favorite venues. The Chain Gang will perform a mix of classic rock and pop (60's through 80s) at this very popular establishment. Billy Joel, The Beatles, The Eagles, BS&T, and tons more. The gang at La Puerta Azul are great hosts. Come in for dinner, or just a drink.
The food and drink are outstanding.
There is no cover charge!

Friday8:00 pmto11:00 pm

Heading to the Poconos!with T.J. Santiago & John BendyAcoustic, Rock (classic), and Singer-Songwriter

Join us for an exciting night with this amazing Grenadan-American musician. KJ Denhert's performances will move you to laugh, to dance and even to cry. Her special blend of urban folk, and jazz, pop, and rock standards has earned her numerous music award nominations. She was named as one of Jazz.coms top female vocalists. KJ is a one of a kind songwriter, guitarist and performer, not to be missed.Buy Tickets Here

Join us for an exciting night with this amazing Grenadan-American musician. KJ Denhert's performances will move you to laugh, to dance and even to cry. Her special blend of urban folk, and jazz, pop, and rock standards has earned her numerous music award nominations. She was named as one of Jazz.coms top female vocalists. KJ is a one of a kind songwriter, guitarist and performer, not to be missed.Buy Tickets/Directions

JB's Gogo Boogaloo Dance Party brings to life a Tarantino inspired party scene with 60's Latin Jams, New Orleans grooves, surf, raga, and soul music that'll keep you on the dance floor all night long. Falcon favorite Jeremy Baum plays the Hammond Organ and leads the Boogaloo Band. Jeremy has been a successful sideman, performing on over 60 albums and touring with blues singer Shemekia Copeland, soul-jazz legend Melvin Sparks, as well as members of The Band.

Clarence Spady ~ "One of those rare surprises that smacks you upside the head and lets you know how lucky you are to be able to the listen to music." - Vintage Guitar Magazine

Described as "the future of the blues" by Bill Dahl (Chicago Tribune) circa 1996, Clarence’s sound has become more distinguishable now than ever before.

Raised in Harlem, Jerry Dugger caught the music bug early, introduced to the New York City Blues scene by way of the now infamous Dan Lynch Blues Bar. He spent the next thirteen years learning to play bass and sing, while hosting Saturday and Sunday Blues Jams. Jerry Shared his stage with Stevie Ray Vaughan, Johnny Copeland, and James Cotton, among others. His bass/baritone vocals and thunderous bass-playing earned him a place in the New York Blues Hall of Fame. Jerry's band "The Dugger Brothers" are a staple on the New York City Blues scene.

Stereo Mike's (Acoustic Groovy Tangent) returns to this fantastic Brewery in our hometown of Florida. Come on down to this purveyor of adult beverages and enjoy the kick off to our region's amazing fall celebration. This really cool, awared winning venue is not to be missed. Their tasting room has 8 taps and this is a bring your own food destination (BYOF). Local restaurants even deliver! Food truck on site. Cool games to play in the brew room. This pet friendly establishment (leash 'em & they're there with you!) has the opportunity for you to fill a Growler and take home their masterful hops and liquid magic. Hope to see you there. Thank you for supporting live music in The Valley and share this event with everyone. Don't forget to like us (both The Mike's and Glenmere) on Facebook.

This low-key night of art, music, food & beer lets you hang out under the stars in three adjoining alleyway & warehouse spaces in the 19th century GARNER Historic District. This year’s Brick Alley Party is being curated by interdisciplinary artist Charles Dennis who will bring the spirit of the legendary East Village performance art series “Avant-Garde-Arama” to the Party. Charles Dennis was a co-founder of Performance Space 122 (now Performance Space New York) one of this country’s most active presenters of cutting edge dance and performance and co-created the Avant-Garde-Arama series in 1980.

In addition to live music, installations and a late night DJ set in Brick Alley, this year’s party will feature short works of dance, film, music, performance art, poetry occurring in different locations throughout the evening, including the GARNER Historic District’s on-site craft brewery, Industrial Arts Brewing Company. Full artist lineup coming soon! Come and Party – Avant-Garde-Arama

Saturday7:00 pmto10:00 pm

New York State of Mind Weekendwith The Chain GangRock (classic), Pop/Soft Rock, and Dance

Perry and his merry band will be performing jazz standards from the great American songbook.
Perry typically packs the place so please be sure to call ahead for dinner reservations.Menu and event calendar

Saturday8:00 pmto11:00 pm

Live Music and Great Foodwith The Dan Brother BandBlues, Rock (classic), and Soul

"Barone is uniquely qualified to reinterpret these ‘60s classics; throughout his career, first with The Bongos and then as a solo artist, his work has shown the influence of the pop, rock and folk singer-songwriters who lived and worked in the Village neighborhood where Richard has lived since the mid-1980s." -- Mitchell Cohen / Music Journalist, Author.

Rob Norris is best known as the bassist for The Bongos--the founding fathers of the '80's Hoboken NJ indie-music scene. He also plays with Blue Paradox, East Of Venus, Tulula!, Living With Elephants, OmU (who have twice toured Cuba), Richard Barone & Friends, Joan Henry & Noyeh-Ongeh, Mother Earth and Bibi Farber.

Celebrated Jazz Vocalist Judi Silvano’s joyous discovery of the “Dueto Andaluz” Flamenco group several years ago in Mexico, inspired this evening’s music and dance collaboration. She joins Grammy Winner Joe Lovano in presenting original compositions and improvisations with this special ensemble.

Dylan Doyle is creating a stir in the Hudson Valley as well as in pockets around the nation. He was steeped in everything from Robert Johnson, Lightnin’ Hopkins, and John Lee Hooker to Townes Van Zandt, Bob Dylan, and Jimi Hendrix.

If you missed us the first time, DON’T WORRY!!! Because you’re getting another chance to come and hang with us at the legendary Casa Del Sol!! Come out and get some amazing food and delicious drinks served up by some of the greatest staff you could ask for all while we properly satiate your need for Funk, Soul and R&B.

The Hudson Valley Folk Guild presents this special concert every year. This year's theme is "Creative Women." Expect an afternoon of musical variety with some good stories thrown in.
Admission $8 Advance by September 19, $10 at the door
(845) 229-0170 hvfolks@aol.comdirections

Meet “Uncommon Ground”, a band that makes it’s musical home in the space in, around and between the great American roots styles of bluegrass, blues, jazz, and old-time music.

Regarded by peers, fans and critics alike as some of the Hudson Valley’s finest acoustic musicians, violinist Rachel Handman, guitarist Mike Kobetitsch, mandolinist Wayne Fugate and double-bassist Phil Helm make up “Uncommon Ground”. The band has been performing together for years , and play together with synergy and thoughtful arrangements that reimagine the music in a way that defines their own musical territory.

Performances are as warm and inviting as they are polished, musically captivating, and directly involves the audience in the thrill of musical discovery.

Whiskey's Edge Band is playing at Barton's on Sunday... bring the kids for some Apple Pickin and Fun for the whole Family while W.E.B plays all your Favorite New Country Tunes. Can't wait to see Y'all!

Vance Gilbert in Concert! Special guest Tom Cardullo will open the show.

Vance Gilbert burst onto the singer/songwriter scene in the 90’s when Boston area folk clubs heard the buzz about someone who was knocking ‘em dead at local open mikes. Word of his storytelling sensibilities, vocal and guitar chops spread to NYC and Shawn Colvin invited him to be a special guest on her national Fat City tour. He took audiences across the country by storm.
Vance became a favored opener for such artists as Aretha Franklin, Arlo Guthrie and Anita Baker.
With 12 critically acclaimed albums, Vance continues to refine his unlikely union of humor, virtuosity and the unexpected. Whether with classic, original songwriting or ageless interpretations of covers, his is a presentation steeped in deep humanism and bravery, stunning artistry and soul and contagious joy.
Tickets: $23 advance, $25 door, members $20. www.borderlinefolkmusicclub.com More info-intrend@yahoo.comBuy Tickets:

Sunday2:00 pmto6:00 pm

An afternoon of Wine and music in the country!with T.J. Santiago & John BendyAcoustic, Rock (classic), and Singer-Songwriter

We'll be raising funds for this great not-for-profit organization dedicated to keeping traditional music and dance alive through the presentation of festivals, concerts, dances and educational programs. And celebrating fiddler Donna Herbert's 70th birthday!More Info/Tickets

Nils Lofgren is a legendary, world renowned singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and recent Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee as a member of the E Street Band! Nils has been touring and recording his own music for 46 years. Starting with his early band Grin, through years of highly praised solo works. His 45 year, 10 disc retrospective called Face the Music was released on August 5, 2014 on Fantasy Records and continues to receive rave reviews. Long known for his stellar live performances, featuring great improve guitar soloing on acoustic and electric in addition to his unique voice and great selection of songs. Favorites like “Shine Silently,” “No Mercy,” “Keith Don’t Go,” “Back it Up” and many more. In addition to his 30 years of touring and recording with the E Street Band, Nils has contributed piano, guitar and vocals to Neil Young’s legendary albums and tours; After the Goldrush, Tonight’s the Night, Trans and Neil’s MTV Unplugged album. Nils was also a member of Ringo StBuy Tickets!

Born in Canada, only to be whisked away to Argentina at the tender age of 1, trumpeter and composer, Michael Sarian's work has been described as "a steady study in dichotomy".Michael relocated to New York City in 2012 to pursue a master’s degree in Jazz Studies at NYU.

Michael has performed at the Montreux Jazz Festival, Blue Note Jazz Club, Jazz at Lincoln Center, The Beacon Theater, Central Park SummerStage, Teatro Colón, and has appeared on WNYC's Soundcheck with John Schaefer, NPR's World Cafe, and many more.

In August of 2018, Michael released LEÓN, the third album with his septet, Michael Sarian & The Chabones (Argentine slang for "the dudes").

Called “one of the most talented duos to take stage in NYC” by Deli Magazine, The Whispering Tree are singer/songwriter Eleanor Kleiner and multi-instrumentalist Elie Brangbour. Together, they craft richly immersive folk-rock brimming with evocative lyrics and a panoramic musicality.
Invisible Forces, the fourth recording by the fiercely independent twosome, was self-produced, fan-funded and recorded at Elie and Eleanor’s home studio in Beacon, NY and at Old Soul Studio in Catskill, NY. The album explores a deeply personal and political landscape, with themes of hope, despair and social consciousness.

And don't miss the concluding set of my interview with Tret Fure (set 1)

The Woodstock Celtic Session is a weekly gathering of Traditional musicians who come together to enjoy and play Irish music and more in a pub setting. All are welcome to play or listen in an acoustic unplugged pub setting. We’ve been playing together every Monday night for 15 years!

"Equally at home picking a vintage Dobro, an old National resonator guitar, or laying down a fat horn voicing on a tripleneck 8-string steel, Cashdollar is a master of bluegrass, gut-bucket blues, honky-tonk, swampy R&B, and Western Swing." - Frets Magazine

Dobro and steel guitarist Cindy Cashdollar's career has taken twists and turns that have led her to work with leading artists in various genres; including Ryan Adams, Bob Dylan, Van Morrison, Dave Alvin, Rod Stewart, Asleep At The Wheel, Marcia Ball, Jorma Kaukonen, Leon Redbone, BeauSoleil, Daniel Lanois, Redd Volkaert, & Peter Rowan.

Cindy was inducted into the Texas Steel Guitar Hall Of Fame in 2011 (the first female to be inducted), and The Texas Music Hall Of Fame in 2012.

The last album from Jamie Saft's NEW ZION TRIO, "Sunshine Seas" (2016), featured special guest, master percussionist Cyro Baptista. The group launched a European tour as well as festival shows in Finland, Japan, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, and Chile.

Free show in one of my favorite venues! A rare public appearance in which I focus mainly on guitar instrumentals from classical to popular plus new age, Celtic, Spanish, and more. Although it is free you are cordially invited to make reservations; not required but guarantees you a better seat and is always helpful for the venue and me. Dinner, (praised by the NY Times), plus all manner of desserts and drinks are available. This will be held in the front dining room Main Street Stage. Make reservation

The Naturals are a youthful band with an excellent versatility. Based in Beacon, NY they play extensively throughout the Hudson Valley region and beyond from Maine, all the way down to Texas. From playing old gems to modern hits, they feature a wide range of talent from all three members with Van as the lead vocalist, Nelsy, the percussionist and feature vocalist and Dan on the lead guitar. Their inspirations include Adele, Amy Winehouse, Tom Petty, Kimbra, Jill Scott, John Mayer, Tallest Man on Earth an so many more.

Andes Manta ~ This is an ensemble of four brothers from Ecuador, performing the traditional music of the Andes throughout the US, for over 30 years. Employing over 35 traditional instruments including a wide variety of traditional Andean flutes.

Andes Manta: https://youtu.be/kGpUj4dJRCY

Host Evan Pritchard (Mi’kmaq), has authored of 35 books on Native American culture and sings both traditional and original songs.

Native New Yorkers: The Legacy of the Algonquin People of New York: https://www.c-span.org/video/?429548-1/native-yorkers

Thursday7:30 pmto10:30 pm

The Open Mic For The People By The People Continues!with Anyone Who Wants to Show Up!!!Open Mic

OK ....... ANYTHING GOES AT THIS OPEN MIC (WITHIN REASON) WE SUPPLY THE BACK LINE THE PA THE DRUM KIT! ALL THAT'S MISSING IS YOU!! WE START OUT ACOUSTIC AND QUIET FOR ABOUT THE FIRST HOUR !/2 OR SO THEN WE GO ELECTRIC..... ALL TYPES OF INSTRUMENTS WELCOME ALL TYPES OF MUSIC WELCOME! SPOKEN WORD WELCOME AS WELL WE ASK THAT IF YOU ARE AN ACOUSTIC ACT TO GET THERE EARLY AS THAT IS WHEN WE WILL PUT YOU UP IF YOU WALK IN AROUND TEN OR SO MOST OF THE TIME SLOTS PROBABLY WILL BE FILLED WITH ELECTRIC ACTS...... SO COME ON OUT AND JOIN IN THE FUN AT ONE OF THE MOST LAID BACK SILLY OPEN MICS IN THE HUDSON VALLEY!!! SEE YA THERE!

Known as the king of the rant, Lewis Black uses his trademark style of comedic yelling and animated finger-pointing to skewer anything and anyone that gets under his skin. The Grammy Award-winning stand-up comedian is one of the most prolific and popular performers working today. He executes a brilliant trifecta as a stand-up comedian, actor, and writer. Receiving critical acclaim, he performs more than 200 nights annually, to sold-out audiences throughout Europe, New Zealand, Canada, and the United States.
Don’t miss your chance to see the hysterical Lewis Black!
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Edmar Castenada has recorded four acclaimed albums as a leader, as well as collaborations with guitarist John Scofield, pianist Gonzalo Rubalcaba, bassists Marcus Miller and John Patitucci, bandolinist Hamilton de Holanda, Brazilian pop and jazz great Ivan Lins. He has shared stages with iconic artists including Sting, Ricki Lee Jones, The Yellowjackets and Paco De Lucia.

His CD, Live in Montreal, features the latest in an utterly unique duo with the electrifying Japanese pianist Hiromi.

Grégoire Maret is one of the most sought after harmonica players in the world. He has played with notable musicians including Youssn’Dour, Me' Shell Ndegeocello, Pete Seeger, David Sanborn, George Benson, Cassandra Wilson, Pat Metheny Group, Marcus Miller, Herbie Hancock, Elton John, Sting, and the legendary harmonica player Toots Thielemans, among others.

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